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Driving a right-hand-drive car in Cyprus: what you need to know

In Northern Cyprus, you drive on the left and our rental cars are right-hand drive. Here are some practical tips for driving a right-hand-drive car for the first time.

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Drive on the left
Cars are right-hand drive
Our fleet is automatic
Give way to the right at roundabouts

Why right-hand drive?

Cyprus has driven on the left since the British colonial era, so vehicles are generally right-hand drive, including our rental fleet.

Practical notes for first-timers

Use the road markings and the car ahead of you as a reference to stay in the left lane; at roundabouts, always give way to traffic coming from your right. Indicator and wiper stalks can be on opposite sides to what you're used to — check before you set off.

Prefer not to change gears?

Adjusting to left-hand traffic while also changing gears can be one more thing to manage. That's why every car in our fleet is automatic; see our automatic car rental guide for details.

Frequently asked questions

Which side of the road do you drive on in Cyprus?

You drive on the left; vehicles are generally right-hand drive.

Are delivery and collection free?

Yes. Delivery and collection are free at all listed service locations.

Is a deposit required?

No. We don't ask for a credit card hold or a cash deposit.

How are extra hours calculated?

Every 24 hours counts as one rental day. Any time beyond that is billed as an additional day.

Other delivery regions

Ercan AirportGirne (Kyrenia)Lefkoşa (Nicosia)Gazimağusa (Famagusta)İskele (Trikomo)